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Fact sheet: EU-UK rules of origin
The UK is the EU’s number one market for vehicle exports by volume, including EU-made battery-electric vehicles. The EU is also by far the largest market for UK vehicle exports.
Fact sheet: EU-China vehicle trade
China is the third largest market for EU vehicle exports after the UK (ranked first) and the US (ranked second).
New car registrations: +21% in August; battery electric exceeds 20% share for the first time
In August 2023, the EU car market expanded by 21%, reaching 787,626 registered units, marking the thirteenth consecutive month of growth. Despite August typically being a slower month for car sales, double-digit gains indicate that the EU market is rebounding from last year’s component shortages. There were double-digit percentage gains in most markets, including the three largest: Germany (+37.3%), France (+24.3%), and Italy (+11.9%).
ACEA Oil Sequences 2023
Periodically, ACEA publishes revisions to the Light-duty Oil Sequences to address engine developments driven by a combination of regulatory and performance needs, which are complemented by the necessary test maintenance requirements.
Views from Munich: A confident display of innovation against a challenging backdrop
After the traditional two-year hiatus, IAA Mobility is back in full force this year – and at a crucial turning point for the European automotive industry. ACEA Director General, Sigrid de Vries, took the opportunity to share her thoughts live from Munich.
Joint letter to stimulate the European automotive industry’s transformation and enhance competitiveness
ACEA, together with seven other signatories from the automotive value chain, including trade union and employer representatives, have made an urgent call to stimulate the European auto industry’s transformation and enhance competitiveness.
Can Europe match the Chinese dragon?
Brussels is back in business after the summer break. As Europe's decision makers unpack their suitcases and replace sun loungers with desk chairs, one cannot help but note that one elephant (or dragon) in the room has become even bigger – China.
New car registrations: +15.2% in July, battery electric 13.6% market share
In July 2023, the EU car market continued its growth trajectory, expanding by 15.2% – the twelfth consecutive month of growth. New car registrations reached 851,156 units as the bloc recovers from last year's component shortages. Most markets posted solid growth, including the four largest: France (+19.9%), Germany (+18.1%), Spain (+10.7%) and Italy (+8.7%).
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About ACEA
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association, or ACEA, unites Europe’s 14 major car, truck, van and bus makers.
We are the voice of the auto industry: a technological world leader and the backbone of the EU economy. Our members keep Europe on the move, providing diverse solutions for moving people and goods from A to B.
Together, we are progressing on the road to zero-emission and zero-fatality transport. We are addressing major technology shifts and the changing mobility needs of Europeans.
ACEA is working towards a new era of mobility, where all Europeans can access affordable transport solutions that are:
- Green & Clean
- Smart & Efficient
- Safe & Reliable
Our aim is to drive Europe’s mobility transformation – while at the same time ensuring that the auto industry remains a strong Global & Competitive player.













